Fraudsters are exploiting fears over the COVID-19 pandemic to target pension savers and investors. The Pensions Regulator, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Money and Pensions Service have issued a joint statement urging people not to make rash pension decisions in the wake of the global pandemic, as criminals try to exploit public fears…

Given the current situation during this difficult and unsettling time with coronavirus (COVID-19), it’s important to think about how secure the future of your family or business would be in the event that you were no longer around. Understandably we would rather not think of the time when we’re no longer around, but this crisis…

The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak is first and foremost a human tragedy, affecting hundreds of thousands of people. It is also having a growing impact on the global economy. The markets have been extremely volatile as investors weigh the effect of the coronavirus against measures aimed at easing its economic impact. Therefore, it’s hard to say…

We’ve pulled together our latest financial guidance factsheets which are available for you to download below. Each one focuses on a different financial aspect to help you achieve your financial goals. If there is anything you are unsure about, please contact one of our independent financial advisers here who can provide you with further financial…

It’s important we continue to focus on long-term investing; “time in the market, not timing the market”. During this difficult time, fear and worry are understandable, particularly as the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak led to the biggest daily drop in the FTSE 100 since the financial crisis of 1987. Trying to second-guess the impact of events…

The coronavirus (COVID-19) is having a widespread impact across all aspects of financial life, including retirement plans. The current global stock market turbulence, as a consequence of COVID-19, will no doubt be concerning for individuals whose pension savings are invested partly or fully during these volatile market conditions. However, making decisions based on what’s happening…

The latest edition of our TIPS financial magazine is now available to download form our website. It’s been a very challenging time for many of our clients, their families, their employees and the wider business community. During this difficult time, we hope you’re staying safe. The ongoing news of the impact of the coronavirus pandemic…

We realise these are uncertain times for all so we’ve put together some factsheets to provide you with some financial guidance during the coronavirus pandemic. Our independent financial advisers are still available to speak with should you have any questions or need advice on your financial plans and goals.

There are currently a lot of coronavirus investment scams out there; if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Fraudsters are getting more sophisticated, particularly with investment scams. They can be articulate and financially knowledgeable, with credible websites, testimonials and materials that are hard to distinguish from the real thing. From simple…

Income protection insurance may never have been as important as right now. How would you pay the bills if you were sick or injured and couldn’t work? There is a growing unease about the economic fallout of coronavirus (COVID-19), with many businesses laying off contractors and putting staff on extended leave, as well as natural…

The Government has introduced measures for protecting renters affected by coronavirus. No rent in either social or private accommodation will be forced out of their home. This radical package of measures protects renters and landlords. Serving notice to end the tenancy From 26 March 2020, landlords now have to give all renters three months; notice…

The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, unveiled unprecedented government aid for the self-employed via the Self-employment Income Support Scheme. There are around five million people who are self-employed and freelance across the UK, and many will be relieved to hear that financial support is on the way to help those impacted by coronavirus. Lost…

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